cinematography

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Framing Characters: How To Frame Heroes And Villains

One of the core strengths of a medium like cinema is that it can communicate…

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What Is B Roll: Everything You Need To Know

The art of storytelling as seen through films and television is largely contingent upon how…

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50 Greatest Scenes In Movie History

From the train wreck scene in Buster Keaton’s classic silent comedy ‘The General’ to Daniel…

Anamorphic Lenses Explained: All You Should Know

While shooting a film, a cinematographer will have to make a few choices regarding how…

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Top Things A Cinematographer Needs To Shoot The Perfect Scene

Shooting a scene for a movie can be a daunting task. There are many things…

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15 Things You Learn As A Cinematographer

Cinematography is an excellent example of learning on the job. One may have an ironclad…

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11 Simple But Impactful Tips For Aspiring Cinematographers

Cinematography can often seem like a daunting field to break into. After all, a cinematographer…

The Best Advice From Seasoned DoPs: 13 Tips From Cinematography Legends

It goes without saying that filmmaking is a thoroughly visual medium. Artists, amateurs and cinema…

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Cowboy Shot Explained (With Examples) And Why It’s Used

Picture this: it’s a triumphant moment for the protagonist in a film, and the camera…

Cinematography Vs Filmmaking Differences Explained And Why They Matter

Although both cinematography and filmmaking are video related roles, they possess distinct differences. Cinematography is…

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Types Of Lenses In Cinematography: The Ultimate Guide

The choice of lens in cinematography is integral to a scene’s portrayal. From a technical…

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Analysing Lawrence Sher’s Cinematography In Joker (2019)

It seems strange that a character as iconic as The Joker only received an origin…

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Moonlight And The Art Of Intimacy In The Cinematic Medium

Barry Jenkins’ Moonlight (2016) has rightfully earned its reputation as one of the most beautiful…

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How Parasite Perfected The Visual Language Of Social Divide

Parasite was a groundbreaking film on many counts. Directed by Bong Joon-ho, it was the…

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 21 Iconic Shots Of The 21st Century

With the advancement of technology, cinematography took a giant leap around the turn of the…